What is Tire Rotation?

Many Winter Haven drivers know about routine maintenance services like oil changes and brake pad replacements, but tire rotation is one that can tend to be forgotten. What is a tire rotation? Tire rotation is a service that is performed to ensure all tires wear down as close to the same rate as possible to extend the life of the tires. So, what does tire rotation do? It helps to maintain traction, improve fuel economy, and prevent blowouts on Auburndale streets. Dive into tire rotation with our service experts at Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM FIAT of Winter Haven then explore our service specials. 

What Does Rotating Tires Mean?

Tire rotation is easy for any %%target_city_2 %% drivers to understand and have done. The process of rotation is having tires moved from one position to another on the vehicle. Most times, any Lakeland service technicians will move the front tires to the rear and the rear tires will move to the front while also switching sides. Whichever tire was on the rear left tire will move to the front right tire – this is the typical tire rotation. Here are a few more basic tire rotation trips: 

• Since most Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Fiat carry more weight in the front, oftentimes the front tires will wear out a bit faster. Also, your drivetrain can affect the rate of your tire wear down as well. 
• For instance, front-wheel drive vehicles send the generated power to the front axle and wheel that produces the forward motion. However, the front tires will naturally wear faster than the rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, or four-wheel drive vehicles.
• The vehicle’s drivetrain will shift the tire rotation pattern to ensure that the tires do not wear unevenly.

What Does Tire Rotation Do?

• Maintains Traction: Once tires wear down, the tire tread depth wears down as well. When the tire tread depth is reduced, it can decrease the amount of control you have over the vehicle in slick and wet weather. 
• Prevents Blowouts: Tires are more likely to fail once they’re worn down. 
• Improves Performance: When uneven tires work together they produce vibrations that can be felt through the steering wheel. 
• Maximizes Efficiency: A worn tire will strain your engine and reduce your gas mileage ratings.

Get Your Tires Rotated at Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM FIAT of Winter Haven! 

Tires should be rotated every six months or 5,000 to 8,000 miles. Reference your owner’s manual for model-specific recommendations. Contact us today to shop at our parts center!